From Theodolites to Laser Trackers: A 40-Year Metrology Revolution. Witness how a technical field has evolved, enabling single-micron accuracy at your fingertips and powering smart factories for unprecedented efficiency.

For precise bore measurements, handheld gages are limited as human feel impacts the readings, especially when checking bores in-machine. A more accurate solution, such as the Indicating Plug Gage, eliminates operator influence, ensuring stable readings and efficient recording of taper, ovality, size, and other crucial parameters.

Air gauges are non-contact devices that utilize air pressure for measurement. They play a crucial role in ensuring precision and quality control in the manufacturing industry, from automotive to aerospace industries. They are particularly valuable for measuring delicate or easily deformable materials.

GD&T is a language for precise communication of complex geometric requirements for parts and assemblies. It specifies tolerances for exact requirements, ensuring understanding among team members.

Electronics manufacturing needs advanced metrology to create high-reliability components. Technology is advancing to combine metrology and microscopy for better defect identification.

Air gages work well due to three main reasons: they are body-piloting type, use dual-opposing sensor method, and have a noncontact sensing component. These features are present in most air gage designs, including ID/OD air probe, air ring, and air length gages.

Reliability analysis helps manufacturers predict and prevent product failures, improving overall quality and performance through systematic assessment and data-driven improvements.

This article explores how Inspection Arsenal has transformed the inspection process at Van Buren Tech, an Advanced Manufacturing class that uses Titans of CNC Academy. It has become a game-changer in delivering streamlined and personalized curriculums.

Experts advise that calibration schedules should be both flexible and systematic. Alongside calibration and inspection, simple practices such as regular cleaning and proper storage are crucial for maintaining the accuracy and longevity of measurement tools, ensuring consistently high standards of precision and quality in manufacturing processes.

This article explores the transformative impact of incorporating rotary stages into coordinate measuring systems, enhancing their capabilities and the efficiency of the measurement process.